Co-designed with low-end professor and tone connoisseur Ian Martin Allison, the MXR Bass Synth will turn your bass into a filthy funk machine, delivering a range of monophonic synth tones that call back to hits from Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Parliament Funkadelic, and more. This pedal is ready made for intergalactic grooves, capturing vintage analog-style vibes with killer tracking and sustain to serve up thunderous sub-octave, expressive envelope, and lush modulation effects with the flexibility and control that modern players demand.
A full, player-friendly suite of controls allows you to shape not just the aforementioned effects but every other detail of your bass synth tone: blend dry and wet signals, sculpt filter sweeps from rubber-band bounce to syrupy slow-motion, adjust filter cutoff and resonance for extra punch, switch between triangle, sawtooth, or square waveforms, and add harmonically rich oscillators for more complex textures.
Or you can skip straight to the groove with eight presets that Ian crafted, inspired by iconic tracks from Michael Jackson, Herbie Hancock, Peter Gabriel, and more. And for tone chasers who love to dive deep, the Bass Synth offers advanced parameters, stereo capability, and flexible rig integration to take your sound anywhere you want it to go.
Whether you’re replicating pop hits in a cover band, holding down the low end at church, or touring the world, this pedal gives you instant synth bass magic. Get down on the one with the MXR Bass Synth.
“Over the years, I have tended to make synth sounds either with individual pedals or with blocks in a multi-FX unit, and while those sounds can be super cool and get close to legit synth sounds, the MXR Bass Synth gets closer and, in some cases, even totally indistinguishable from an incredible keys rig,” Ian says. “We worked tirelessly to make this thing as perfect as we possibly could—to tweak every single parameter, to get every aspect of how the knobs turned and what effects they controlled just right—and especially the latency and tracking. I wouldn’t relent until we got it perfect. This is perfect.”
MXR Bass Synth highlights:
Intergalactic grooves and vintage analog-style vibes reminiscent of your favorite funk hits
Designed in collaboration with Ian Martin Allison
Thunderous sub-octave, expressive envelope, and lush modulation effects
Killer tracking and sustain
Eight different presets to plug you straight into the groove
Three different waveforms, additional oscillators, tap and expression control, and more
Availability
The MXR Bass Synth is available now at $269.99 street from your favorite retailer.
Following the successful launch of itsGold Label Collection in January 2025, Taylor Guitars, a leading global builder of premium acoustic guitars, today announces the expansion of the collection with a suite of new Gold Label Grand Pacific models. The new models mark the second wave of guitar models in Taylor's exploration of warm, heritage-inspired acoustic flavors, featuring Taylor master builder Andy Powers' reimagined Grand Pacific body shape, a round-shoulder dreadnought, now with a deeper body design that delivers enhanced sonic fullness and low-end expansiveness.
Gold Label Grand Pacific: Deeper Body, Deeper Sound
The new Gold Label models feature a Grand Pacific body that's 3/8-inch deeper than Taylor’s standard Grand Pacific design, giving these guitars extra "lung capacity" and a deeper resonant frequency. This translates into more low-end power and projection — providing greater sonic push toward an audience or microphone while maintaining pleasing musical clarity. Even the treble notes have enhanced warmth and depth.
The Grand Pacific bodies are voiced with Taylor’s proprietary Fanned V-ClassTM bracing architecture — exclusive to the Gold Label Collection — a new variant of its award-winning V-Class bracing platform that here adds midrange richness, enhances the sonic depth, and creates the pitch accuracy that V-Class is known for. While Fanned V-Class is also used to voice the Super Auditorium body style that made its debut as part of the original Gold Label launch in January, the Gold Label Grand Pacific leans even more toward a warm, powerful sound.
"Compared to the Super Auditorium body, the curves and depth of the Grand Pacific produce even more volume and tonal dimension," says Andy Powers, Taylor's Chief Guitar Designer, President and CEO. "Its voice is earthy, honest and uncomplicated. It’s a reliable acoustic workhorse — both seasoned and soulful."
The mahogany/torrefied spruce pairing produces a woody, warm voice with focused midrange character. The Indian rosewood/torrefied spruce combination delivers lush rosewood depth and complexity with enhanced warmth from the torrefied top. All models feature gloss-finish bodies.
Distinctive Gold Label Aesthetic
Fitting into the distinctive design aesthetic of the Gold Label Collection, all Grand Pacific models feature Andy Powers' modified headstock shape with an angled back cut and script-style Taylor logo inlay, a different pickguard shape, and a Honduran rosewood Curve Wing bridge. Clean, understated appointments reflect a down-to-earth, workhorse spirit, including:
"Crest" inlay motif in cream featuring simple dot/diamond position markers in the fretboard crowned with a new headstock inlay
Cream binding with simple black/white top purfling and a single-ring rosette in cream and black with black/white purfling
Taylor Deluxe Hardshell Case with "British Cocoa" vinyl exterior
Revolutionary Action Control Neck™ Technology
All Gold Label Grand Pacific models feature Taylor's patented Action Control Neck™, which combines the tonal benefits of a long-tenon neck joint with unprecedented ease of instant string height adjustment. The long tenon extends deeper into the guitar body and, together with the heel structure, enhances the wood coupling to produce greater low-end resonance and a sound comparable to traditional neck designs.
Unlike Taylor's existing neck design that incorporates tapered shims to calibrate the neck angle, the Action Control Neck™ is shimless. The string height can be adjusted in seconds by using a quarter-inch nut driver (or standard truss rod wrench) on a bolt in the neck block, accessible inside the soundhole. Neither the neck nor the strings need to be removed to make adjustments.
"The design serves players by allowing them to adjust their string height for different playing styles, applications or climate conditions as often as they like," added Powers.
Street pricing for the new Gold Label models are as follows:
Gold Label 517e - $2,599
Gold Label 517e Blacktop - $2,799
Gold Label 517e SB - $2,799
Gold Label 717e - $2,799
Gold Label 717e SB - $2,999
Gold Label 717e Blacktop - $2,999
For more information on the Gold Label Collection and more, visit taylorguitars.com.
Epiphone introduces the Jeff Beck 1954 Oxblood Les Paul, a tribute to the iconic guitar immortalized on the cover of Jeff Beck's groundbreaking album. Featuring Gibson USA pickups, solid wood construction, and premium electronics, this limited edition guitar is a must-have for fans and collectors alike.
For over 150 years, Epiphone has been a leading innovator in instrument design. By leveraging its iconic past and leaning into the future, Epiphone has set the stage for the next era of sound for present and future generations. Epiphone’s game-changing Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection, developed in close collaboration with the skilled luthiers at Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, continues to expand, establishing a new tier of premium Epiphones for every stage. Featuring Gibson USA pickups and premium electronics, world-renowned Gibson “open book” headstocks, solid wood construction, and one-piece necks, Epiphone’s Inspired by Gibson Custom Collection brings Gibson Custom designs to the masses, adding to Epiphone’s full array of instruments for all player levels.
Today, Epiphone is proud to introduce the JeffBeck1954OxbloodLesPaul from Epiphone, an Inspired by Gibson Custom recreation of one of the most famous guitars in history–JeffBeck’s famous Oxblood, the heavily modified 1954LesPaul that was immortalized on the cover of his groundbreaking 1975 album Blow by Blow. The world-famous guitar is now available worldwide at Authorized Epiphone dealers, the Gibson Garage in Nashville and London, and online via epiphone.com.
“Bringing the Epiphone version of the infamous ‘Oxblood’ LesPaul to life was something JeffBeck wanted, and the team has now truly delivered,” says Lee Bartram, Head of Commercial and Marketing EMEA at Gibson. “Making this guitar accessible to a wider market was important to Jeff and his family; this Epiphone guitar turned out truly exceptional and is a worthy tribute to the legacy of a legend.”
In the minds of many of his fellow guitarists, as well as those of countless fans, JeffBeck remains one of the finest players ever to pick up the instrument. From his early work with the Yardbirds to his work with the JeffBeck Group, Beck, Bogert & Appice, as a session musician and throughout his solo career, JeffBeck was one of the most influential lead guitarists of all time. A guitarist’s guitarist and sonic innovator, Beck was a master of genres who played rock, blues, hard rock, and jazz fusion, and helped popularize the use of feedback, fuzz pedals, and distortion, influencing countless players to this day with his inimitable style. An eight-time GRAMMY® Award winner, including six times for Best Rock Instrumental Performance, JeffBeck also received the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. He was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice: as a member of the Yardbirds and as a solo artist.
Known to millions as the Oxblood due to its unique chocolate brown/oxblood finish, JeffBeck’s heavily modified 1954LesPaul™ was immortalized on the cover of Blow by Blow, his groundbreaking first solo album. This past January, the original Oxblood recently sold at auction for a record-setting $1.3 million. In 2009, Gibson Custom first recreated the Oxblood in a limited edition run of only 50 aged guitars, which collectors still highly value. Now, Epiphone, in collaboration with Gibson Custom, is immensely proud to introduce the JeffBeckOxblood1954LesPaul™, based on his iconic 1954LesPaul. It features a mahogany body with a maple cap, a one-piece mahogany neck with a long neck tenon and a JeffBeck Custom Large C neck profile, a rosewood fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and aged mother-of-pearl trapezoid inlays, and a Gibson “open book” style headstock with an Epiphone logo inlaid in aged mother-of-pearl. The headstock is equipped with a low-friction Graph Tech® nut and Schaller M6 90 tuning machines. It is powered by a pair of USA-made Gibson Custombucker humbucker™ pickups that are connected to CTS® potentiometers and Mallory capacitors using 50s-style wiring. Other thoughtfully considered details are included to match the original guitar, including gold Speed knobs, a LesPaul pickguard with a gap above the bridge pickup, and a Gibson Historic Wraparound bridge. It comes packaged in an Epiphone hardshell guitar case with Inspired by Gibson Custom graphics and includes a vintage-style replica strap. The EpiphoneJeffBeckOxblood1954LesPaul is available for a limited time, so do not miss this rare opportunity to own an accessible tribute to one of the world’s most famous, cherished, and valuable electric guitars and the master instrumentalist who made it famous–JeffBeck.
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is turning up the volume with the launch of its newest lineup—an electrifying new collection of world-class guitars, amps, and accessories. Fueled by a relentless passion for innovation and excellence, Fender® is once again redefining the sound of tomorrow, igniting the journey of the next generation of players across the globe.
Packed with innovation and the legendary craftsmanship that’s defined the brand for nearly 80 years, this latest rollout proves Fender isn’t just riding the momentum—it’s accelerating it. Key highlights include the Squier® Classic VibeTM, California Acoustics, expansion of Mustang® Series and new HammertoneTM Pedals amongst others.
“At Fender, we’re always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within the world of instrumentation - for players at every level,” said Justin Norvell, Executive Vice President of Product and Sales at Fender. “This falls lineup reflects our commitment to innovation, craftsmanship and tone. From next-gen guitars to powerful new amps and performance-driven accessories, we’ve built this range to inspire creativity and elevate the playing experience in every genre. We’re proud to carry forward our legacy by continuing to shape the future of music whilst also paying homage to our heritage and the traditions that got us here in the first place.”
Classic Vibe™ ‘50s Stratocaster® HT ($449.99 USD, £439.99 GBP, €519 EUR, $849.00 AUD, ¥66,000 JPY) A tribute to the early days of the Stratocaster® in the 1950s, the Classic Vibe™ ‘50s Stratocaster® HT from Squier® delivers authentic vintage style and tone. Inspired by original 1950s-era Stratocaster models, this guitar features three Fender Designed™ alnico single-coil pickups that produce clear, articulate sound with classic character. The 6-saddle hardtail bridge—an option first introduced in 1955—offers excellent tuning stability and intonation. Its string-through-body design enhances sustain and resonance, adding depth to every note. Visually, this model channels the spirit of the decade with period-correct headstock markings, rich nickel-plated hardware, and a vintage-tinted gloss neck finish that adds to its old-school appeal. The result is a striking blend of classic Fender style and modern playability. Available in Shell Pink and Surf Green.
Classic Vibe™ ‘70s Stratocaster® HT HSS ($449.99 USD, £439.99 GBP, €519 EUR, $849.00 AUD, ¥66,000 JPY) A tip of the hat to the large-headstock Strat® models produced during the 1970s, the Classic Vibe™ ‘70s Stratocaster® HT HSS delivers punchy tones courtesy of its Fender Designed™ alnico pickups in an HSS configuration, including a powerful humbucking bridge pickup. A popular feature during the ’70s, the hardtail bridge (HT) provides stable intonation, while its string-through-body design enhances overall body resonance. This throwback Squier® model also features 1970s-inspired headstock markings, a 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail bridge, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware, and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish for an unmistakable old-school vibe. Available in Olympic White and Mocha.
Classic Vibe™ Custom Esquire® ($473.99 USD, £449.99 GBP, €539.00 EUR, $899.00 AUD, ¥66,000 JPY) A tribute to the double-bound body Esquire® models of the late ’50s and ’60s, the Classic Vibe™ Custom Esquire® delivers incredible tone courtesy of its Fender Designed alnico single-coil bridge pickup. An innovative feature from the era, the 3-position blade switch offers versatile tone options—including tone control bypass, variable tone control, and a pre-set tone capacitor for added bass-y warmth. This throwback Squier® model also features period-inspired headstock markings, a double-bound body, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware, and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish for an unmistakable old-school vibe. Available in Candy Apple Red and Sherwood Green.
Classic Vibe™ Custom Telecaster® SH with Bigsby® ($524.99 USD, £479.99 GBP, €569.00 EUR, $999.00 AUD, ¥74,800 JPY) A tribute to the double-bound body Tele® models of the late ’50s and ’60s, the Classic Vibe™ Custom Telecaster® creates incredible tone courtesy of its Fender Designed™ alnico single-coil bridge and humbucking neck pickups (SH). Delivering expressive vibrato effects, the Bigsby® tailpiece features a string-through design for easy restringing and is complemented by a floating bridge with barrel saddles for optimal intonation stability. This throwback Squier® model also features a double-bound body, period-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware, and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe. Available in Lake Placid Blue and Aztec Gold.
Classic Vibe™ Duo-Sonic™ HS ($419.99 USD, £419.99 GBP, €499 EUR, $799.00 AUD, ¥66,000 JPY) With a comfortable compact body size and a short 24” scale length, the Classic Vibe™ Duo-Sonic™ HS punches above its weight with a Fender Designed™ alnico single-coil neck pickup and humbucking bridge pickup for superior tone. The vintage-style string-through-body hardtail bridge provides stable intonation and enhances body resonance for improved sustain. This throwback Squier® model also features period-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware, and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe. Available in Desert Sand and Lake Placid Blue.
Classic Vibe™ Telecaster® Bass ($473.99 USD, £419.99 GBP, €539 EUR, $899.00 AUD, ¥66,000 JPY) Blending styling cues from late-1960s and early-1970s Telecaster® models, the Classic Vibe™ Telecaster® Bass from Squier® reimagines the rare, humbucker-equipped design that defined an adventurous era in music. At its core is a Fender Designed alnico wide range humbucking pickup in the neck position, delivering a bold, thunderous tone that adapts effortlessly to a wide range of playing styles. This vintage-style bass features a Telecaster-inspired headstock and pickguard shape, paired with a contoured body that enhances playing comfort during long sessions. A 4-saddle bridge with slotted barrel saddles provides solid intonation and classic feel, while nickel-plated hardware adds a touch of visual richness. Completing the retro aesthetic is a vintage-tinted gloss neck finish, giving the instrument a warm, old-school vibe that looks as good as it sounds. Available in Mocha and Vintage White.
Classic Vibe™ Active ‘70s Jazz Bass® ($524.99 USD, £489.99 GBP, €579 EUR, $999.00 AUD, ¥81,400 JPY) The Classic Vibe™ Active ’70s Jazz Bass® draws inspiration from the iconic basses that shaped the funky tones of the 1970s, combining vintage aesthetics with modern performance through the addition of an onboard preamp. Powering this Squier® groove machine is a pair of Fender Designed alnico Noiseless™ Jazz Bass® pickups, delivering punchy, hum-free tone. The 9-volt preamp offers a full suite of controls, including volume, pickup blend, treble and bass boost, along with a toggle switch to move between active and passive operation for complete tone-shaping flexibility. Additional features include a HiMass™ bridge for enhanced sustain and resonance, a bound fingerboard with block inlays, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware, and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish that adds to its unmistakable old-school vibe. Available in Mocha and Ocean Turquoise.
Classic Vibe™ Active ‘70s Jazz Bass® V ($556.99 USD, £509 GBP, €609 EUR, $999.00 AUD, ¥85,800 JPY) The Classic Vibe™ Active ’70s Jazz Bass® V draws its inspiration from the infamous basses that defined the funky tones of the 1970s, adding an onboard preamp for the ultimate combination of vintage looks and modern performance. Powering this Squier® 5-string groove machine is a pair of Fender Designed™ alnico Noiseless™ J Bass® pickups for punchy hum-free signal. The 9-volt preamp provides controls for volume, pickup blend, treble and bass boost, and a toggle to switch between active and passive for complete tone-shaping control. Other details include a HiMass™ bridge for optimal resonance, a striking bound fingerboard with block inlays, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe. Available in Sienna Sunburst and Ocean Turquoise.
Classic Vibe ‘60s Jazzmaster® ($449.99 USD, £449.99 GBP, €549 EUR, $XX AUD, ¥71,500 JPY) The Classic Vibe ‘60s Jazzmaster® is a faithful and striking homage to the iconic Fender favorite, producing undeniable Jazzmaster tone courtesy of its dual Fender Designed™ alnico single-coil pickups. Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile with an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard and narrow-tall frets, a vintage-style tremolo system for expressive string bending effects, and a floating bridge with barrel saddles for solid string stability. This throwback Squier model also features 1960s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware and a slick vintage-tint gloss neck finish for an old-school vibe. Available in Tahitian Coral.
Classic Vibe ‘60s Jazz Bass® ($473.99 USD, £449.99 GBP, €549 EUR, $899.00 AUD, ¥66,000 JPY) A tribute to the decade of its birth, the Classic Vibe™ ‘60s Jazz Bass® combines the luxurious playability that made the original famous with the versatility and massive tone of dual Fender Designed alnico single-coil pickups. Player-friendly features include a slim, comfortable “C”-shaped neck profile, an easy-playing 9.5”-radius fingerboard with narrow-tall frets, and a vintage-style bridge with threaded saddles for solid performance and classic feel. This throwback Squier® model also features 1960s-inspired headstock markings, rich-looking nickel-plated hardware, and a slick vintage-tinted gloss neck finish for an unmistakable old-school vibe. Available in Tahitian Coral.
CALIFORNIA STANDARD SERIES
Drawing from a storied legacy of reimagining the acoustic experience for daring and adventurous players, California Series acoustics stand out as authentically different, undeniably timeless, and quintessentially Fender®. The California Standard features a durable all-laminate construction that will endure the demands of any playing environment from the living room to the beach, the campfire to the garage jam session, all with timeless and undeniable Fender style at an attractive price.
California Standard Redondo™($241.99 USD, £169.99 GBP, €199.99 EUR, $419.00 AUD, ¥47,300 JPY) The dreadnought shape is beloved for its robust, deep tone and versatile personality, making it the go-to choice for any musical playing style from strumming to soloing. The California Standard Redondo™ features resilient laminate construction with a spruce top and sapele back and sides for impressive and satisfying tonal richness, while a 25 ½” scale neck with a slim “C”-shaped profile provides an inviting and effortless playing feel. Other noteworthy details include an oiled walnut fingerboard and bridge, sealed-gear tuning machines for smooth and accurate tuning action, and a sleek, long-lasting gloss finish. Available in Natural (including a left-handed model), 3-Color Sunburst and Black.
California Standard Redondo™ Pack ($262.99 USD, £189.99 GBP, €229.99 EUR, $449.00 AUD) The California Standard Redondo Pack is a convenient collection of guitar essentials in one box, equipping players with a California Standard Redondo™ guitar in Natural, a gig bag, strap, picks, an extra set of strings and a 3-month subscription to Fender Play® – the easiest way to learn guitar.
California Standard Redondo™ CE ($262.99 USD, £209.99 GBP, €249.99 EUR, $449.00 AUD, ¥52,800 JPY) The dreadnought cut-away shape is beloved for its robust, deep tone and versatile personality, making it the go-to choice for any musical playing style from strumming to soloing. The California Standard Redondo™ CE features resilient laminate construction with a spruce top and sapele back and sides for impressive and satisfying tonal richness, while a 25 ½” scale neck with a slim “C”-shaped profile provides an inviting and effortless playing feel. The onboard Fender electronics provide high-quality output for live amplification, recording, and effects and a convenient onboard digital tuner. Other noteworthy details include an oiled walnut fingerboard and bridge, sealed gear tuning machines for smooth and accurate tuning action, and a sleek, long-lasting gloss finish. Available in Natural, 3-Color Sunburst, Black and Fiesta Red.
California Standard Monterey™ E ($262.99 USD, £209.99 GBP, €249.99 EUR, $449.00 AUD, ¥52,800 JPY) The orchestra shape is cherished for its comfortable mid-size body and detailed, balanced tone, making it an ideal choice for soloists and students alike. The California Standard Monterey™ E features resilient laminate construction with a spruce top and sapele back and sides for impressive and satisfying tonal character, while a 25 ½” scale neck with a slim “C”-shaped profile provides an inviting and effortless playing feel. The onboard Fender electronics provide high-quality output for live amplification, recording and effects, as well as a convenient onboard digital tuner. Other noteworthy details include an oiled walnut fingerboard and bridge, sealed gear tuning machines for smooth and accurate tuning. Available in Natural Sapele, 3-Color Sunburst and Surf Green.
California Standard Redondo™ Mini with Bag ($209.99 USD, £159.99 GBP, €189.99 EUR, $399.00 AUD, ¥34,650 JPY) The miniature dreadnought size is compact and approachable, a perfect option for travelers or smaller players at every stage of their musical journey. The California Standard Redondo™ Mini features resilient laminate construction with a spruce top and sapele back and sides for impressive and satisfying tonal character, while a short 22 ¾” scale neck with a slim “C”-shaped profile provides an inviting and effortless playing feel. Other noteworthy details include an oiled walnut fingerboard and bridge, sealed gear tuning machines for smooth and accurate tuning action, and a sleek, long-lasting gloss finish. Available in Fiesta Red, Surf Green, Black, 3-Color Sunburst and Natural Sapele.
FENDER AMPS
'62 Super™ Amplifier ($2499.99 USD, £2,439 GBP, €2,899 EUR, $4,599.00 AUD, ¥404,800 JPY) Considered hidden treasures from the early 1960s, Fender® “brown panel” amplifiers bridged the gap between the raw tone of ‘50s-era tweed amps and the sparkling clean tone of mid-’60s “black panel” amps. The ‘62 Super™ has an incredibly warm and woody sound when played clean, blooming into sweet overdrive when cranked. Along with its special phase-shifting harmonic tremolo, this amp dishes out phenomenal tone at any volume. With dual 6L6 power tubes pushing 40 watts through two 10” Celestion® Custom Design speakers, the ‘62 Super™ is ideal for recording and gigging. The ‘62 Super™ is the perfect addition to the American Vintage™ line — bound to be the next amp purchase for tone seekers, Fender® aficionados and collectors everywhere.
MUSTANG® LTX SERIES
Mustang® LTX50 & Mustang® LTX100 ($299.99-$399.99 USD, £329-£419 GBP, €399-€499 EUR, $649.00-$849.00 AUD, ¥49,500-¥66,000 JPY) The Mustang® LTX amplifiers stand as the latest addition to the world’s most popular guitar amplifier line. Merging advanced technology with classic Fender® design, it suits players at every level. It offers an intuitive user interface, 50 amp and effect models for any genre, 100 preset slots, a configurable signal path, and an integrated color display with an on-board tuner. Available in both 50- and 100-watt models, the Mustang® LTX is ideal for both practice and performance. It features a 12” Fender® special design speaker and supports an optional gig-ready 5-button footswitch. Built-in Bluetooth® lets players jam along with their favorite tracks and seamlessly create, edit, download, and share presets through the Fender TONE® app.
LTX-5 Footswitch ($129.99 USD, £99.99 GBP, €119.99 EUR, $210.00 AUD, ¥22,000 JPY ) Take command of your tone with the professional grade LTX-5 Footswitch, your direct link to the full potential of the Mustang® LTX 50 and 100 watt amplifiers. This 5-button footswitch delivers intuitive control and instant access to your favorite presets and effects, all in a road-ready design that’s built for the stage. Instantly recall your favorite tones with easy bank navigation and direct preset access in Preset Mode. Effects Mode allows you to take control of your effect chains with dedicated switches for Stomp, Modulation, Delay, and Reverb. Instantly engage or bypass effects for real-time tone shaping. Tap Tempo is available in Preset mode and an onboard tuner can be accessed with the Mode switch that mutes the signal and displays the tuning on the LCD display.
The Tone Master® FR-12 Tweed is a full-range, flat-response powered speaker designed for today’s digital guitar amp modelers and profilers. Wrapped in classic '50s-era tweed covering with a brown striped grille cloth, it faithfully replicates every nuance of amp simulations, making it the ideal solution for players using modelers at home or on stage. Equipped with a powerful 1,000-watt integrated amplifier, the FR-12 Tweed delivers the volume and headroom required for demanding studio sessions or live performances. It also features a 3-band active EQ and a high-frequency cut control, allowing players to fine-tune their onstage sound without affecting the line out signal sent to the PA system. With an industrial design that’s 100% Fender®, the FR-12 Tweed brings an authentic backline aesthetic to modern modeling setups.
The Hammertone™ Breakup Drive delivers responsive, tube-like overdrive tones in a compact, format. Built around a JFET-based circuit, it’s designed to replicate the dynamic feel of hot tubes pushed to the edge of saturation. Two selectable clipping modes let players dial in anything from light breakup to low-gain overdrive, each offering expressive responsiveness that cleans up with lighter picking and intensifies with more aggressive playing. An expansive tone control and a switchable pre-gain mid boost provide flexible frequency shaping to craft the perfect sound. Whether adding character to a clean tone or delivering touch-sensitive overdrive, the Hammertone Breakup Drive offers versatile performance for players who crave feel and nuance.
The Hammertone™ Boost elevates any rig with two distinct boost circuits housed in a single enclosure. Its Type switch allows players to choose between a clean, op amp-based boost for transparent volume enhancement and a JFET-based boost that adds warmth and harmonic richness, reminiscent of vintage tape unit preamps. With center-detented Treble and Bass controls, the EQ section offers easy access to a completely flat boost or precise tonal shaping—cutting or enhancing frequencies as needed. Whether used to cleanly boost solos, push an amp into breakup, or add subtle sweetness to a core tone, the Hammertone Boost delivers exceptional flexibility and performance.
Strobo-Sonic Pro is an ultra precise strobe tuner anyone can use, featuring an astonishing ±0.01 cent tuning accuracy in an incredibly pedalboard-friendly package. Designed with on-stage tuning in mind, the Strobo-Sonic Pro™ features a large, high-visibility LED display, auto brightness dimming and two easily trackable tuning display modes that provides effortless tuning for any player. Strobe display mode delivers hyper-sensitive accuracy that even the most discerning guitar tech will appreciate, while needle display mode provides a familiar tuning experience for any situation. Conveniently accessible side switches offer deeper control of the reference pitch and three bypass modes including true bypass, buffered bypass and buffered always-on modes.
FENDER ACCESSORIES
Troubadour™ Gig Bags ($199.99 USD, £189.99 GBP, €229.99 EUR, $399.00 AUD, ¥33,000 JPY) The Troubadour™ Gig Bag was made with the on-the-go musician in mind—designed by players, for players. Featuring a weather-resistant, waxed canvas exterior, it offers exceptional protection while maintaining a sleek, premium aesthetic. With 25mm of thick padding and a soft-touch microfiber lining, it provides ample cushioning to keep instruments safe and sound during travel. Thoughtfully designed details—including ergonomic backpack straps, a dedicated water bottle pocket, and exterior compartments for laptops and accessories—ensure gear remains organized and protected on the move. Built to go the distance, the Troubadour Gig Bag isas reliable as it is visually striking—an ideal companion for musicians who demand both function and style. Available in Olive, Navy and Butterscotch.
Essentials Wall Hangers ($26.99 USD, £12.99 GBP, €14.99 EUR, $30.00 AUD, ¥2,200 JPY) The Fender Essentials Guitar Wall Hanger was designed to showcase prized guitars with style and security. Built from durable hardwood and featuring a reinforced steel yoke, it offered a reliable hold, while the pivoting, EVA foam-padded yoke adjusts to fit most headstock shapes for a straight, balanced hang. Complete with a laser-engraved Fender logo and included mounting hardware, the Essentials Wall Hanger keeps a go-to guitar ready to play while adding a subtle touch of Fender flair to any space.
Player II Guitar Necks ($314.99 USD, £339.99 GBP, €399.99 EUR, $599.00 AUD) The story of Fender’s modular design began in 1946, and guitarists have been writing their own chapters ever since. The pioneering bolt-on neck construction wasn’t just about making guitars easier to service—it was about giving players the power to shape their sound. Today, every genuine Fender replacement neck carries that legacy forward, offering endless possibilities for customization, restoration, and reinvention.
Crafted at Fender’s Ensenada, Mexico manufacturing facility, Fender® Player II Series guitar necks are designed for supremely comfortable performance, featuring a silky-smooth satin urethane back finish and a Modern “C” profile that suits almost any playing style. The 9.5”-radius fingerboard and medium jumbo frets allow for fluid leads and choke-free bends, while hand-rolled fingerboard edges provide a slightly broken-in, inviting feel. The nut is pre-slotted with “pilot” string location grooves to simplify string spacing during final slot filing. For true Fender authenticity, each neck is serialized and laser-engraved with the “Genuine Fender Parts” logo on the heel. This replacement neck is intended for Fender® or Squier® by Fender guitars.
Quadra Tap Pre-Wired Pickguards - HH & HSS ($499.99-549.99 USD, £479.99 GBP, €569.99 EUR, $899.00-$979.00 AUD, ¥77,000-¥88,000 JPY)The voice of a Stratocaster® is easily transformed with a genuine Fender® Pre-Wired Pickguard Assembly. Crafted with premium components in the same factory as Fender’s iconic guitars, this complete drop-in solution delivers authentic tone with hassle-free installation. With no complicated wiring required, upgrading is simple—just remove the existing pickguard, connect two wires, mount the new assembly, and unlock a whole new tonal palette in minutes. It’s the fastest way to enhance a Strat® with time-tested electronics and craftsmanship.
Equipped with Quadra Tap™ 1 Humbucker and 70th Anniversary Ultra Noiseless™ Strat® pickups, this loaded pickguard offers an incredibly versatile range of HH and HSS tones. The Ultra Noiseless single-coil pickups provide pristine, vintage-inspired Fender tones without the hum, while the Quadra Tap™ 1 humbucker delivers four distinct voices ranging from smooth warmth to high-output power. The volume knob’s S-1™ switch splits the humbucker into a dynamic single-coil, and the S-1™ switch on the first tone knob activates the hot voicing in both humbucking and split modes. A treble bleed circuit is also included to maintain clarity and high-end definition at any volume.
Powered by an alnico 2 bar magnet, the passive Quadra Tap™ humbucker stands out as a tone-shaping powerhouse, offering an expansive voice that captures the spirit of vintage tones while embracing the demands of modern performance.
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Custom Shop ‘50/’51 Blackguard Telecaster® Pickup Set ($314.99 USD, £289.99 GBP, €339.99 EUR, $539.00 AUD, ¥38,500 JPY) For fans of the unmistakable tone of a Blackguard Tele® - punchy lows, fat mids and crisp, twangy highs - the Custom Shop ‘50-’51 Blackguard Telecaster® pickups are faithful recreations of the originals. Crafted with large-diameter, unbeveled alnico 3 magnets in the bridge pickup and alnico 5 in the neck, they’re wound using 43-gauge Enamel wire for authentic performance and sound. Packed with open, lively, full-bodied tone, these pickups host a rare collection of features from the earliest versions of the 1950 Blackguard Tele® in existence.
Custom Shop Ancho Poblano Stratocaster® Pickup Set ($335.99 USD, £299.99 GBP, €359.99 EUR, $579.00 AUD, ¥44,000 JPY)With tone as big as Texas, the Fender® Custom Shop Ancho Poblano Stratocaster® Pickups deliver giant sound for the player that likes everything bigger. Crafted using ingredients according to our own secret recipe, these spicy single-coil calibrated pickups crank out fat, high-output tone with plenty of sonic flexibility. With hotter output from the neck pickup to the bridge pickup, these pickups have all the vintage-style tone and dynamic response that made Fender a legend - just more of it. Uniquely overwound for a wide range of high-output tones—from blistering-hot output to sizzling vintage warmth—with plenty of tonal flexibility.
Custom Shop Dual Mag II Stratocaster® Pickup Set ($335.99 USD, £339.99 GBP, €399.99 EUR, $579.00 AUD, ¥44,000 JPY) Fender® Custom Shop Dual-Mag II Stratocaster® pickups deliver a well-balanced tone with shimmering, clear highs and rich, full lows—thanks to a unique blend of alnico magnets. They feature unbeveled alnico 5 magnets for the low E through G strings and hand-beveled alnico 2 magnets for the B and high E strings, offering exceptional clarity and warmth across the tonal range. Each pickup is wrapped with copper shielding tape to reduce noise and includes a custom stagger with a “low G” magnet for a smooth transition from wound to plain strings. The alnico 5 under the G string helps it "sing" just right, while the slightly taller-than-vintage alnico 2 B and E magnets ensure optimal string-to-string balance. True to their name, Dual-Mag II Strat® pickups provide one of the clearest, most balanced Stratocaster tones available—designed for players who demand nuance, precision, and musicality.
Custom Shop ‘55/’56 Whiteguard Telecaster® Pickup Set ($314.99 USD, £289.99 GBP, €339.99 EUR, $539.00 AUD, ¥38,500 JPY) An essential part of the recipe from the Whiteguard era, the Fender® Custom Shop ’55-’56 Telecaster® pickups are an accurate 1:1 recreation of the pickups used in those instruments. These pickups have all the grunt and snarl of the originals, thanks to the hand-beveled, staggered alnico 5 magnets in the bridge pickup. The neck pickup uses alnico 3 magnets for sweet midrange and tight bass. Most Whiteguards had transitioned from alnico 3 to the higher output alnico 5 magnets and featured staggered bridge pickup magnets. This stagger creates more string-to-string articulation and a balanced output. These updates—along with steel bridge saddles—created more high-end twang with a faster attack. From chicken pickin’ to raw rock, experience the authentic vintage Tele® tone that launched countless hits.
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Jackson is launching theX Series Surfcaster SC HT6 and SC HT7, and the JS Series Surfcaster JS22 HT: blending vintage appeal with thoroughly modern appointments for the ultimate modern metal machines. Featuring an Offset poplar body, High-output Jacksonhumbucker, and Jackson’s robust hardtail bridge to keep tuning stable and setup perfect.
X Series Surfcaster SC HT6
JS Series Surfcaster JS22 HT is available in Gloss Black and Snow White.
X Series Surfcaster SC HT7 is a 7-string model available in Metallic Black while the SC HT6 is a 6 string model available in Satin Black.
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